Deskripsi Pekerjaan
Are you a retail professional with a passion for merchandising and vendor management? Walter Mart, a leader in the Philippine retail industry, is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Category Buyer to join our growing team in Quezon City. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in curating our product assortment, driving sales growth, and ensuring our customers have access to the best products on the market.
As a Category Buyer, you will be responsible for end-to-end category management, from sourcing and negotiations to inventory analysis and performance monitoring. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to optimize our product mix, improve profit margins, and enhance the overall shopping experience for our valued customers. If you are a strategic thinker with a sharp eye for market trends and a knack for negotiation, we want to hear from you!
Tanggung Jawab
- Develop and execute category strategies to achieve sales, margin, and inventory turnover targets.
- Identify and negotiate with vendors to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and exclusive product opportunities.
- Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activities to refine the product assortment.
- Manage inventory levels to ensure product availability while minimizing stockouts and overstock situations.
- Coordinate with the merchandising and marketing teams to implement effective product displays and promotional campaigns.
- Conduct regular business reviews with key suppliers to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Monitor category KPIs and prepare detailed reports for management on sales performance and profitability.
Kualifikasi
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience in category management, procurement, or retail buying.
- Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of managing supplier relationships.
- Excellent analytical skills, with proficiency in MS Excel and retail inventory management systems.
- Strong understanding of the Philippine retail landscape and consumer purchasing trends.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced retail environment.